obscurity

The word “obscurity” has 4 syllables: ob-scu-ri-ty

It's pronounced as /əbˈskjʊrəti/

What is synonym and antonym for obscurity?

In the thesaurus, “obscurity” has 7 synonyms and 26 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for obscurity along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for obscurity

ambiguity
ambiguousness
anonymity
darkness
mysteriousness
oblivion
silence

Antonyms for obscurity

brightness
celebrity
certainty
character
clarity
clearness
comprehensibility
distinctness
fame
favor
importance
intelligibility
legibility
name
notoriety
obviousness
plainness
popularity
prominence
renown
report
reputation
repute
significance
transparency
understandability

Meanings of obscurity

noun
1. Darkness; the absence of light.
2. The state of being unknown; a thing that is unknown.
3. The quality of being difficult to understand; a thing that is difficult to understand.

Example Sentences

Despite his talent, the artist remained in obscurity for most of his life.
The author's works languished in obscurity until they were rediscovered decades later.
She was determined to overcome her humble beginnings and rise from obscurity to fame.
The village was nestled in relative obscurity, far from the bustling cities.
The historical figure's life was shrouded in obscurity, with little known about their accomplishments.

On this page you'll find 33 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obscurity, such as: ambiguity, ambiguousness, anonymity, brightness, celebrity, certainty, character.

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